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Mohamed Abdi Farah

Mogadishu,Banadir

Summary

Am a professional in Logistics, Supply Chain, Warehouse, Retail market assessment and transport management in humanitarian Operations; currently Working with UNWFP as a logistic Associate Air Operations and had served in huge emergency in administration and logistics operations with various indigenous organizations in Both Kenya and Somalia since 2008. Am quick to grasp new ideas and concepts, and to develop innovative and creative solutions to problems and manage stressful situations. Work well on own initiative and demonstrate the high levels of motivation required to meet the tightest of deadlines. Even under significant pressure, possess a strong ability to perform effectively and efficiently. Well-qualified Logistics air operations proficient in handling complex customer issues and promoting positive experiences. Efficiency-driven and organized with team-oriented mentality and dedication to customer satisfaction, business goals and sales excellence. Skilled in coordinating documentation and handling payments. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Logistics Associate-Air Operations

UNWFP
01.2016 - Current
  • Receiving of local and international shipments at AAIA warehouse from different sources
  • Oversee the dispatch and receiving process and ensure that the quality and quantity of product corresponds to the documents
  • Coordinating the stocks with internal partners and flagging any shortfall
  • Issuance of air waybills against the STOs and maintaining the copies in good order
  • Weekly and daily dispatch plan and sharing the plan with the concerned units and individuals
  • Ensure that the commodity dispatched to the cooperating partners is duly labelled with handheld printer
  • Ensure that the Temperature Controlled Units (TCU) used to store nutritious products and medicines are well functioning and optimally used
  • Coordinate loading of the cargo aircrafts with UNHAS, transporter and airport authorities
  • Ensure that the only the sound cargo with acceptable packaging is dispatched
  • Ensure optimal use of the air assets on the ground and troubleshoot problems both at Mogadishu and receiving airstrips
  • Ensure obtaining Airstrip clearance from UNDSS well ahead of loading day
  • Ensure the monthly distribution targets are reached and propose alternatives and solutions when targets not met
  • Filing of airlift related documents for easy retrieval when required
  • Provide daily, weekly, and monthly reports on the logistics activities at AAIA
  • Willing to support other logistics operations in Mogadishu at different location.

Logistic Assistant CBT

WFP
  • Receipt for all bills issued for the monthly Local dispatches and follow up with respective contractors for timely return of the waybills
  • Receive and verify invoices from Venders and forward to Nairobi Liaison Office for further process and payment
  • Share Monthly statements with the retailers for verification and submit to the logistics focal point in liaison office
  • Organize and facilitate Retailers Relationship management (RRM) meetings for all retailers within your area of work and prepare minutes
  • Liaise with various departments on matters pertaining to the Logistic function on cash- based transfers
  • Train Retailers on the use of Point of Sale (POS) machines, Invoice reconciliation and generating reports
  • Conduct oversight missions to retailers' shops to ensure they are in line with contract terms and conditions
  • Deal with retailers complain forms on payment delays, problems related with the PO5 machines and then forward the issue to concern parties
  • Conduct pre-selection Micro and Macro-supply chain assessment and launch Expression of Interest (EOI) in collaboration with the procurement
  • Monitor the Performance of Venders and participate in all retailers' evaluation activities
  • Monitor and report on market prices, availability of commodities, food quality, food expiry dates and general hygiene at traders' shops.

Storekeeper

WFP
  • Ensure accurate daily and weekly reports on food and NFIs are shared by the EDPs and ensure that internal control systems are functioning and that all relevant records are maintained as focal point of south border area office stock report
  • Report timely any anomaly encountered from/by transporters in the delivery of cargo from the CDPs to EDPs and finally to the FDPs
  • Ensure utilization of WFP documents for all warehouse transactions as per WFP rules and regulations (waybills, LTI, stock reports, loss reports etc.)
  • Ensure daily and monthly reconciliation of stock reports with the commodity-tracking unit
  • Conduct regular inspection of commodities under storage and report any anomaly
  • Conduct inventory and collate monthly inventory reports
  • Institute loss mitigation measures, loss analysis and reporting
  • Follow up spoilt food disposal authorizations, execution and ensure the documents are kept for audit purposes
  • Actively participate in training staff at EDPs on storage procedures and practices as necessary
  • Ensure that food and non-food items (NFI) are controlled and accounted for according to WFP warehouse procedures
  • Regularly monitor and supervise the activities of the warehouse managing company and casual labors at the warehouse
  • Offer support to logistics operations and activities, following standard processes and facilitating, directly or indirectly, the effective delivery of food assistance to beneficiaries
  • Support timely ordering and delivery of commodities and supplies to authorized partners and destinations.

Logistic and Admin Officer

NRC
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Oversee the receiving and dispatching of supplies and project materials to the respective field offices
  • Receive purchase requests and verify all the relevant details and documents
  • Develop a standard list of supplier’s/contractor’s vendor database for Dadaab Office while adhering to the policy and procedures of the organization
  • Ensure effective and efficient logistics support for daily Area operations including procurement and supplies, all being implemented in accordance with the policies and standards, as well as approved budgets
  • Participate in the tendering process including preparation of tender documents relating to construction materials and equipment
  • Regular dissemination of relevant logistics information to guide decision making by other stakeholders, through reports, circulars, meetings etc
  • Follow up with procurement of supplies and organize for delivery of materials and payment processing
  • Prepare procurement plans in conjunction with relevant departments
  • Ensure that the utility bills are received and paid on time
  • I.e.
  • Telephone bills, electricity, and water bills
  • Ensure that procurement and logistics status reports are always updated and are shared appropriately
  • Ensure that all records including inventory list of NRC items and equipment are updated and well kept
  • Oversee the warehouse operations to ensure adherence to policies, process, procedure, and guidelines
  • Ensure that periodic Inventory reports are prepared as required internally by NRC and/or by donors i.e
  • Monthly, quarterly, yearly
  • Ensure the functionality of NRC Dadaab fleet of vehicles to support Programme implementation
  • Ensure proper vehicle utilization, maintenance, fuel consumption and monitoring and controls systems as per NRC policies and procedures
  • Arrange for staff and visitors transport & accommodation needs
  • Assign duties, supervise and appraise the work of cleaner, and drivers
  • Support admin and human resource task in the office.

Logistic Officer

LWF
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Assesses and organizes logistics in terms of transport requirements, receipt, handling, storage and distribution of relief items and establishes proper warehousing and recording systems including assets
  • Establishes a detailed procurement Programme plan to determine appropriate specifications of required items, according to established guidelines and procedures and in coordination with Supply Management Service (SMS) at Headquarters
  • In cooperation with SMS, prepare for receipt of international shipments, and liaises with competent authorities for tax exemptions, port clearances, etc
  • And the timely delivery of relief items to the beneficiaries
  • Liaises and keeps close contacts with UNHCR implementing partners involved in Programme implementation and assists them in all matters pertaining to logistics and procurement
  • Carries out regular trips to ensure that relief material forwarded to projects has been received and properly accounted for at their destinations, and in case of loss or damage follow up with clearing agents, shipping and insurance companies in liaison with SMS
  • Devises methods of stock control, closely monitors warehousing management, and regularly submits situation reports on stocks, equipment and prepositioned goods
  • Normally supervises and coordinates the work of at least one lower level professional and 2 or more locally recruited staff
  • Undertakes other duties as required.

Education

Degree in supplies chain management - Transportation Management

Mount Kenya University
Thika, Nairobi Province, Kenya
01.2016 - 05.2019

Diploma in supplies chain management - undefined

Mount Kenya university
01.2013 - 05.2014

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education. {K C E E} - undefined

IFO Secondary School
02.2004 - 05.2007

Kenya Certificate of primary Education. {K C P E} - undefined

IFO Primary School
02.1996 - 05.2003

Skills

Shipping Documentation

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Telephone - Somalia

+252617561895

References

Reference subject to availability...

Timeline

Logistics Associate-Air Operations

UNWFP
01.2016 - Current

Degree in supplies chain management - Transportation Management

Mount Kenya University
01.2016 - 05.2019

Diploma in supplies chain management - undefined

Mount Kenya university
01.2013 - 05.2014

Logistic and Admin Officer

NRC
01.2012 - 01.2015

Logistic Officer

LWF
01.2009 - 01.2011

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education. {K C E E} - undefined

IFO Secondary School
02.2004 - 05.2007

Kenya Certificate of primary Education. {K C P E} - undefined

IFO Primary School
02.1996 - 05.2003

Logistic Assistant CBT

WFP

Storekeeper

WFP

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